TOP TROPHIES 2012

The most popular Bush Breaking Newsletter of the year is finally hot off the press! It is indeed a great pleasure for Wintershoek Johnny Vivier Safaris to present to you – The WJVS Top Trophies of the year 2012!!

Without any question, this past hunting season has been the busiest in the history of Wintershoek Johnny Vivier Safaris which we must add, spans over a combined 35 years in safari existence …. To say the very least, it was an absolutely awesome 2012!!

At this time, we need to acknowledge and to thank the entire WJVS team which stretches far and wide over the Northern Cape combining our 4 remarkable areas and camps. Your dedication and tireless contribution to making every client feel welcome on arrival and as a friend on departure is customary within the ranks at WJVS. You are greatly respected, appreciated and your professionalism very much admired!

A very special and huge thanks is conveyed to each and every Hunter, Non Hunter, Agent, fellow Professional Hunter, Outfitter, Pilot, Travel Agent, Guest House, Land Owner, Nature Conservation Officer, Taxidermist, Export Department, Firearms department and our RSA Professional Hunters Association, for your loyal support throughout the year and for working hand in hand with WJVS this past year; We salute you ….. Roll on 2013!!!

Our trophy selection has been based on the following criteria: The challenge of the hunt, The quality of the Trophy, The difficulty in hunting the species, The overall appearance and presentation of the trophy. Our proven track record of supplying our clients with remarkable trophies and unforgettable safaris is legendary; our repeat business can attest to this! Please enjoy and acknowledge the superior quality that each and every animal deserves. As hunters you can stand proud of the fact that you have contributed to the conservation of wildlife through sustainable utilization and the preservation of the Hunter will live forever …… Your contribution towards our wildlife programs will ensure the future of our species for generations to come!

Also featured in our Bush Breaking Newsletter are the categories: Bow Hunter of the Year, Rifle shot of the year, Bow shot of the year, and the under “Teens” Young Hunter of the year.

#1 Trophy of the year 2012 goes to Sharon Skappak with her magnificent 46 inch Buffalo

#1 Bow Hunter of the year goes to Michael Waddell taking this huge Cape Buffalo at only 29 yards on a walk and stalk hunt!

#1 Shot of the year 2012 goes to Marine Sniper Aaron Howell taking this Springbok ram at a ranged 407 yards!

#1 Under teens hunter of the year 2012 goes to 7 year old Rett Kircher for his excellent marksmanship throughout his safari

#1 Bow shot of the year goes to Jose Kaun Sada Jr for a perfectly placed arrow on this record book Impala ram

Common Springbok with a Bow – Paul & Priscilla Cromwell with PH Koos De Wet

Copper Springbok – Christie Womack

Kudu – Roberto

Lion – Edgar

Kudu – John Bryan

Copper Springbok – PH Jacques and Magnus

Roan -Mr Yang & Ph Hannes Vlok

Eland Bull James Reed

Gemsbuck – Miguel & Yvan

Sable – Valeriy

Impala – Randy & Sonya Sauceda

Warthog – Sergio Schwab & PH Harry Sparks

Red Hartebeest – Roberto

Black Wildebeest- Hunter James

Burchell Zebra – Garrick Mishaga

Black Wildebeest – Walt Hinebauch

Waterbuck – PH Stephan and John Holz

Black Wildebeest – Darryl Wright

Impala – Gabriella

Impala – Lauren Thomas

Kudu – Larry Smith

White Springbok – Pato

Red Hartebeest – Stephanie Villaenuava

Baboon – Luis

Ph Jacques and Haakon – Blackwildebeest

PH Johnny, Kevin & Emily – Blue Wildebeest,

Toby Draves – Gemsbuck

Borre and tracker Jack – Blue Wildebeest

PH Johan & Odd – Burchell Zebra

Jay Wantz – Impala

Steve Gray – Red Hartebeest

Jesse Draves – Gemsbuck

Juan Soler – Caracal

Tyler Hinebauch – Impala

Julian – Impala

Our promotional tour of the USA kicks off on the 28th December 2012 as we head for the Dallas Safari Convention starting the 3rd of January 2013. We end off on the 3rd February in Mexico before heading back to RSA – You can contact us anytime on the following mobile numbers whilst we are in the USA: Johnny 314 348 0677; Wiaan 314 346 7747; Hannes 314 920 0799. Alternatively, you can send an email through to: wiaan@wintershoek.com or Yvan@wintershoek.com or Johnny@johnnyviviersafaris.co.za. If you can’t get a hold of anyone on the above info’>>then call the Police!!!! Hee! Hee!

Safari Club International Show in Reno 23rd– 26th Jan booths 2319, 2321, 2323, 2325, 2327 (We will be 8 members of the WJVS team on hand to man the 5 booths in Reno!)

If you haven’t booked your safari for 2013 yet, then now is the time to climb in and to get those dates secured and confirmed – Already we are expecting a very busy 2013 year and a very busy marketing campaign, so don’t delay it any further, just email: johnny@johnnyviviersafaris.co.za or wiaan@wintershoek.com to get your dream hunt booked.

All that remains for us to say, from the entire WJVS team, in this our final Bush Breaking Newsletter for 2012, is that we wish you a wonderful and joyous Christmas and a prosperous New Year 2013!

And always remember:

WHEN YOU’VE TRIED THE REST, COME AND HUNT WITH THE BEST!!

Put your confidence in experience and come and enjoy a safari of a lifetime!!